NIST SP 800-171 Cybersecurity Compliance Implementation

This contract requires the implementation and assessment of NIST SP 800-171 security controls to safeguard Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) in alignment with Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) requirements. The work involves deploying a comprehensive cybersecurity framework to meet federal standards for protecting sensitive unclassified data handled within the contractor’s systems and environments. Compliance is mandatory and must be verified through documented evidence of control implementation, continuous monitoring, and readiness for assessment by government representatives. The subcontract is tied to performance at a specified location in Tracy, California, with a zip code of 95304-5000, and is governed under NAICS code 541512 for custom computer programming services. The solicitation was posted on July 14, 2026, with a strict response deadline of July 17, 2026, indicating a rapid procurement timeline. The contracting activity is under the Department of Defense, specifically DLA Dist San Joaquin, which oversees logistics and supply chain operations. The award will be made as a subcontract, suggesting that the prime contractor is responsible for ensuring full compliance with the NIST controls and DFARS mandates through its sub-tier partners. All efforts must align with federal cybersecurity mandates, and failure to meet requirements could result in non-compliance penalties, contract termination, or loss of eligibility for future DoD procurements.